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 Welcome to TechKnowHow's question and answer section. We hope you will find this section helpful. Below are topics followed by questions and answers that we feel will help you when making a choice to enroll your son or daughter in one of our popular summer programs.
Our classes are designed so that students can learn
technology skills while engaged in fun and interesting
projects. Our goal is to have students learn how to
do some amazing things with technology -- all in a
supportive and fun atmosphere.
Our average camper:staff ratio is 10:1.
In addition, we often have student assistants (high school/
middle school students) who provide additional support
for the campers.
If a student has a strong interest in the class content,
there is a very strong likelihood that he/she will enjoy
the class, regardless of his/her experience with specific technology (computers, LEGO Bricks® or K'NEX®). We have found that
interest and not prior experience is the key ingredient
in ensuring a fruitful experience in our classes.
Yes! Our staff supervise
the students throughout the day, both in class, as well as
during the recess and lunch breaks.
 Yes, each student works at his/her own computer. If enrolled in a
LEGO® or K'NEX® class, each student has their own kit to work with.
Each class has a particular theme, such as Game Design, LEGO®
Robotics or K'NEX® Building. Within each class, there are sequential skills which
students must learn and apply to master the subject. The
instructors begin by teaching a specific skill(s), students
practice and apply the skill(s) through high-interest,
fun activities and, then regroup to learn the next sequential
skill. Students have flexibility in creativity (the orientation
and design of their projects), but follow the general progression
of activities taught by the instructor to master the skills.
Yes, we have a 20 minute recess break in the morning
and another in the afternoon. During these times, students
and staff go outside to eat snacks and participate in different
recreation activities. In addition, if the student is staying
all-day, then there is a half-hour lunch recess between classes.
No - please remember that each camper should bring his/her
own lunch, snacks and beverages.
Yes, some locations offer before and afterschool care.
Please check the schedule of each location to determine
if extended day hours are available.
TechKnowHow, Inc. does not share any personal information,
including email addresses, with third parties interested in
contacting you or collecting information about you. In addition,
we DO NOT sell, rent, give or trade personal information we
collect from online, phone or mail-in registrations.
For complete privacy policy and collection or personal information, click here .
Instructors are individuals who have a great interest and ability in teaching
technology to students in an exciting way. Some are current school
teachers or are involved in university programs, pursuing teaching credentials or secondary
degrees in education or educational technology. Others are college students pursuing degrees in computer science. Many
instructors have taught classes with us in previous summers and/or assist in developing curriculum during the school year.
Each instructor is trained in teaching specific lessons involving
the software and technology products in the courses. In addition,
all instructors go through a criminal history background check through the California Department of Justice.
The students work with PC laptops running Windows XP or 2000.
For complete descriptions of each class, click on the link "Class Descriptions" at the left of this page.
Yes, students take home the majority of their projects on a CD.
Since we use our LEGO® and K'NEX® supplies in classes throughout the year, students do not take home LEGO® or K'NEX® projects or pieces. We can provide a list of affordable suppliers
for LEGO® parts, though, if your son/daughter wants to get
pieces/kits used in our classes.
Students do take home a CD containing LEGO® or K'NEX® project images, building instructions for at-home projects, and a certificate of achievement.
In the unlikely event that a camp needs to be cancelled,
we will provide a full refund of tuition or allow a transfer to
another TechKnowHow, Inc. camp, if space is available.
Since most classes have 2-3 instructors, we will often
divide the seating of students so that the students are grouped
by age. In this way, one or more instructors will work with the
younger students, while another works with the older ones in
the class. The base projects, lessons and software used in a
class are the same for all students; the older students' work,
on average, may have more details, enhancements, and extras.
You can call us to get the current mix of students by age in
classes that you are interested in.
Camp tuition is $195/wk. for a half-day camp, and $345/wk. for an all-day camp, if you register during our early bird period before April 1, 2010. Pricing for the week of July 5 (4-day week with a holiday on July 5th): $155/wk. for a half-day camp, and $275/wk. for an all-day camp.
After April 1, 2010, camp tuition is $215/wk. for a half-day camp, and $375/wk. for an all-day camp. Pricing for the week of July 5 (4-day week with a holiday on July 5th) is $175/wk. for a half-day camp, and $300/wk.
for an all-day camp.
Note that camps at certain locations, such as community centers, may vary in pricing and an early-bird offer.
(See each location for pricing.)
Yes, we understand that sometimes situations arise which require
you to change plans. We offer a full refund less $25 per class (for processing)
if you request a refund before April 1, 2010. If you need to request
a refund after
April 1, 2010, let us know at least 3 weeks before the first
day of the class, and we will refund 75% of the tuition. There are no
refunds within 3 weeks of the start of a class.
Please note: The refund policy applies to extended care sessions as well.
Yes, please let us know that you wish students to be together,
and we will ensure that they are in the same class and room.
You can register online, over the phone (650) 474-0400 or in the mail.
Click on the link "Register" at the left of this page for more information.
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